Associate Civil Engineer

City of Concord (CA) • Concord, CA

116d

About The Position

The Associate Civil Engineer plays an integral part of the Capital Improvement Program within the Engineering Division. This position will collaborate with different City departments including Public Works, Transportation, and Recreation Services; as well as the Current Development, Planning, and Building divisions of Community Development; with the end goal of completing critical Capital Improvement Projects as programmed in the City's two year Capital Budget. The future Associate Civil Engineer will, under general direction, provide engineering project control on a variety of capital construction or maintenance projects related to the City's buildings, structures, and facilities. Associate Civil Engineers are responsible for the total development of major, complex, high-cost projects and/or programs from schematic drawings through final acceptance of construction and warranty period. In addition to managing projects, this essential position will be a key contributor to the innovations and improvements made to the Capital Improvement Program, which align with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the City of Concord.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques in the design and construction of civil engineering projects.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, codes and engineering standards pertaining to the design and construction of public works projects.
• Ability to review and analyze architectural and engineering work of consulting firms and provide architectural and/or engineering design or related services.
• Ability to effectively utilize computer applications, including the latest version of AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Ability to effectively negotiate contracts, obtain permits, establish budget and maintain schedules.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to represent the City in meetings and presentations to various groups, including community groups, other governmental agencies, and the public.
• Skill in applying engineering knowledge to solve problems and can carry through assignments with independence.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment that encourages cooperation, communication, and mutual sharing of risk, responsibility, and reward.

Responsibilities

• Prepares engineering plans and related calculations; prepares bid advertisements; reviews and analyzes information submitted by contractors in connection with bids; makes recommendations regarding the awarding of bids; and directs and coordinates the work of engineering consultants.
• Reviews plans submitted by developers to ensure conformity with established standards and recommends permit conditions to the Planning Commission and the Zoning Administrator.
• Conducts on-site administration of contracts and inspection of construction work.
• Provides lead direction to professional and technical personnel by determining priorities and work sequences necessary to achieve objectives and working with supervising Senior Civil Engineer in the assignment of personnel in accordance with priority and need.
• Confers and coordinates with other City work units, outside agencies, developers, and consultants on municipal engineering problems, alternatives, and solutions; exercises judgment in the selection and adaptation of standard techniques and procedures.
• Performs 'construction' activities such as acting as Resident Engineer for municipal construction projects, reviewing final plans, specifications, special conditions, and agreements; providing detailed interpretation of plan specifications, conditions, and agreements to contractor staff; coordinating the work of contractors and other activities such as those carried out by other public agencies and utilities; maintaining work record data; writing change orders; and monitoring safety and labor compliance activities.
• Confers and coordinates with staff and individuals within or outside the City and provides written and oral responses to a variety of inquiries and problems regarding matters such as municipal engineering policies, procedures, standards, and environmental impact reporting requirements; appeals to engineering requirements; and other communications necessary in the coordination of project activities.
• Provides lead direction to interdisciplinary design teams of staff or consultants in the preparation of project documents and completing related requirements, such as environmental reports.
• Performs or coordinates the more complex field inspections and testing and informs contractors and others when and why work does not conform to plans and specifications or is not properly authorized; and stops or rejects work or issues citations for violations.
• Personally performs more complex professional engineering activities.
• Maintains a budget track of projects in process and initiates corrective action as necessary.
• Directs the preparation of studies, reports, and recommendations on engineering matters for review and approval.
• Prepares recommendations regarding the modifications of engineering policies, procedures, or standards pertaining to assigned areas of activities.
• Promotes the City's Mission to make Concord a city of the highest quality by providing responsive, cost-effective, and innovative government services; understands and subscribes to the Vision and Values Statement adopted by the City.

Benefits

• A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit if waiving coverage.
• City-paid dental insurance; vision insurance (City-paid for select employee groups).
• Vacation with tiered accrual increases, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Option for alternative work schedules (9/80) and hybrid telecommuting schedule.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A wellness program that offers yoga and fitness classes, annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources.
• Both 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans, including an employer-paid contribution for management.
• Participation in CalPERS pension.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs.
• Life and disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree